Have you ever thought about taking a luxury cruise? How about getting onboard solo and setting sail on the adventure of a lifetime? If you’re considering solo travel for the first time, a cruise is a wonderful way to ease into getting those dream experiences alone. There’s nothing you want from a vacation that you won’t find onboard a cruise!
Cruise liners have all the little luxuries you crave, from fine dining and first-class spa treatments to excellent entertainment and luxury staterooms.
Take a look at the rise of solo travel
This has been the number one travel trend of recent years. In fact, solo travelling was up 7% in the past year alone. It’s no surprise as it’s attractive to all ages, from mature travellers who haven’t had time to explore the world as they’d like until now to young people in Generation Z in their late teens and early twenties.
So, what’s the appeal? Solo travel not only pushes you out of your comfort zone, it also pushes you out of the zone of others’ expectations. Taking a trip alone means you can craft the itinerary to suit you, see what you want to see, and have experiences you’ll love. That allows us to come back to our friends and family refreshed and buzzing with excitement from our new experiences.
There are many other reasons why we like to take solo trips. They include going to destinations our loved ones don’t find attractive, wanting to take time out to refresh ourselves from work and daily life, and wanting an adventure. Many people are now unmarried, divorced, or separated, too, which is another reason here is strong demand for solo holidays.
However, gone are the days when we had to don a backpack, rough it, and stay in hostels to travel solo. Luxurious solo holidays are now very much in demand, which is why many people choose a solo cruise.
How has cruising changed to cope with this trend?
Cruise lines have changed what they offer travellers to ensure solo passengers have a memorable trip. They understand that people who travel solo want to meet other people and make friends as they travel on board ship and explore ports. Here’s what the cruise lines have done to cater for them…
1. No more single supplements for some cruise ships
Many cruise lines now have ships with dedicated solo cabins which are all in the same area and have a lounge area so you can meet fellow solo travellers. Many solo travellers resented paying single supplements for the use of double cabins.
2. Dedicated activities for solo travellers
From coffee mornings to excursions in the day, entertainment and mixers in the evenings, there are lots of things in which solo travellers can choose to participate and meet other people.
3. Hosts who look after solo travellers
Some cruise ships provide dance hosts, and some have ‘gentleman hosts’ for solo ladies, for example.
4. Easy dining
Some cruise lines have dinner tables hosted by officers. This is perfect for solo travellers, allowing them to meet and chat while they eat. There are also buffets where dining is informal, and people can mix and chat.
It’s now so much easier for solo cruisers. Isn’t it time that you organised the solo trip you’ve always wanted to take?
And if you are considering cruising, here are the six of the best reasons to choose it…
1. It’s travel without the hassle
You enjoy several different destinations but only have to unpack once. Sounds good, doesn’t it? That means you spend more time soaking up the sights, enjoying local food and drink, and making wonderful memories. You don’t spend your precious time schlepping from airports to hotels and back again, checking in and out, packing and unpacking, and stressing about transfers.
2. It’s a slice of home when you’re far from home
You get to know the crew and your fellow passengers, and you become a community. This is something which is perfect for solo travellers, helping them to meet friends and feel safe and secure as they travel. You also don’t have to memorise different hotel layouts, room numbers, and the way to different restaurants, as you would on a different type of multi-destination holiday.
3. It’s the ideal solution whatever your age
Whether you’re a young couple, parents with a young family, coping with teenagers, or mature solo travellers exploring the world, a cruise is the perfect solution for you. The age range on board is diverse and there’ll be someone of your age with whom you can chat about your day. It’s also a safe environment for teenagers to go off and enjoy a little freedom, and there’s so much to do for families with youngsters.
4. You enjoy your holiday at your own pace
You can do as much, or as little, as you like. Pack your days full of onshore excursions and activities and your nights full of entertainment. Or, simply relax and unwind and watch the horizon as you sip a cocktail. You choose!
5. It’s great value for money
A lot of cruises are all inclusive and you don’t have to change Sterling for local currencies to pay for meals and drinks. Either they are included, or you can arrange a Sterling on-board package. This is especially helpful when there are currency fluctuations. You also don’t have to pay for multiple transfers between airports in different destinations.
6. You can stay connected to the people you love
The days of difficult ship-to-shore communications are long gone. Cruise ships have excellent WiFi so you can email, make online calls using apps like Skype and WhatsApp, and post on social media.
Alexander Panagopulos is the Founder and CEO of Supercruises.com. Supercruises.com’s main objective is to offer a fully online experience to anyone wishing to book a cruise in the UK, making it very easy with just 6 clicks.
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